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Merino , a. [Sp. merino moving from pasture to pasture, fr. merino a royal judge and superintendent or inspector of sheep walks, LL. merinus, fr. majorinus, i. e., major vill>, fr. L. major greater. See Major. Merino sheep are driven at certain seasons from one part of Spain to another, in large flocks, for pasturage.]
- Of or pertaining to a variety of sheep with very fine wool, originally bred in Spain.1913 Webster
- Made of the wool of the merino sheep.1913 Webster
- Of or pertaining to a variety of sheep with very fine wool, originally bred in Spain.
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Merino, n.; pl. Merinos . [Sp.]
- (Zool.) A breed of sheep originally from Spain, noted for the fineness of its wool.1913 Webster
- A fine fabric of merino wool.1913 Webster
- (Zool.) A breed of sheep originally from Spain, noted for the fineness of its wool.